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Infinitely Irrational: A Math Podcast
Infinitely Irrational: A Math Podcast
A podcast where we explore the real, eccentric, and complex history of math
- 47 episodes
- Updated Apr 30, 2024
Episodes47
- IIMar 31, 2024 · 28 min
34. Cantor's Labyrinth: Navigating the Maze of Infinite Numbers
Ioanna Georgiou, mathematics educator and author of “Mathematical Adventures!” and “Peculiar Deaths of Famous Mathematicians”, continues the discussion on Georg Cantor! In this episode, we'll attempt to answer the following questions: Are your choices really your own? If a hotel has infinite rooms, can there ever be no vacancy? What do either of these have to do with math? Connect with Ioanna at her website https://ioannageorgiou.com/ or on one of her social channels: IG: @yoayeo.maths
- IIFeb 29, 2024 · 38 min
33. Cantor: An Infinite Odyssey
Ioanna Georgiou, mathematics educator and author of “Mathematical Adventures!” and “Peculiar Deaths of Famous Mathematicians”, joins us to discuss Georg Cantor! In this episode, we'll attempt to answer the following questions: What does it mean to call somewhere "home"? What's the worst way to spend a honeymoon? What do either of these have to do with math? Connect with Ioanna at her website https://ioannageorgiou.com/ or on one of her social channels: IG: @yoayeo.maths Twitter/TikTok: @YoaYeo Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com. We look forward to hearing from you!
- IINov 15, 2023 · 28 min
32: Charles Dodgson: Curiouser and Curiouser
Ioanna Georgiou, mathematics educator and author of “Mathematical Adventures!” and “Peculiar Deaths of Famous Mathematicians”, joins us to finish up our chat about Charles Dodgson! In this episode, we'll attempt to answer the following questions: Why is a raven like a writing desk? What does this have to do with math? Connect with Ioanna at her website https://ioannageorgiou.com/ or on one of her social channels: IG: @yoayeo.maths Twitter/TikTok: @YoaYeo Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com. We look forward to hearing from you!
- IIOct 15, 2023 · 25 min
31: Charles Dodgson: It Sounds Uncommon Nonsense
Ioanna Georgiou, mathematics educator and author of “Mathematical Adventures!” and “Peculiar Deaths of Famous Mathematicians”, joins us to continue the chat about Charles Dodgson! In this episode, we'll attempt to answer the following questions: How do you get your room requests noticed by the higher ups? What’s the best way to get the menu changed at your favorite eatery? What do either of these have to do with math? Connect with Ioanna at her website https://ioannageorgiou.com/ or on one of her social channels: IG: @yoayeo.maths Twitter/TikTok: @YoaYeo Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com. We look forward to hearing from you!
- IISep 15, 2023 · 35 min
30: Charles Dodgson: Into Wonderland?
Ioanna Georgiou, mathematics educator and author of “Mathematical Adventures!” and “Peculiar Deaths of Famous Mathematicians”, joins us to discuss Charles Dodgson! In this episode, we'll attempt to answer the following questions: When is a picture worth one thousand words? What's the fastest way to lose favor with royalty? What do either of these have to do with math? Connect with Ioanna at her website https://ioannageorgiou.com/ or on one of her social channels: IG: @yoayeo.maths Twitter/TikTok: @YoaYeo Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com. We look forward to hearing from you!
- IIJun 15, 2023 · 37 min
29. The Gödelfather: A Mathematical Masterpiece
Ioanna Georgiou, mathematics educator and author of “Mathematical Adventures!” and “Peculiar Deaths of Famous Mathematicians”, joins us to chat about Kurt Gödel! In this episode, we'll attempt to answer the following questions: What’s the best way to point out typos in an important document? What if a statement cannot be proved? What do either of these have to do with math? Connect with Ioanna at her website https://ioannageorgiou.com/ or on one of her social channels: IG: @yoayeo.maths Twitter/TikTok: @YoaYeo Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
- IIMay 15, 2023 · 41 min
28. De Moivre, The Merrier
We welcome back Ioanna Georgiou, mathematics educator and author of “Mathematical Adventures!” and “Peculiar Deaths of Famous Mathematicians”, and I chat about Abraham de Moivre! In this episode, we'll attempt to answer the following questions: Should you hire a mathematician to read tarot cards? What's the most effective way to study while traveling? What do either of these have to do with math? Connect with Ioanna at her website https://ioannageorgiou.com/ or on one of her social channels: IG: @yoayeo.maths Twitter/TikTok: @YoaYeo Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
- IIApr 15, 2023 · 40 min
27. Brahe-mian Rhapsody: The Rise and Fall of Tycho Brahe
We welcome back Ioanna Georgiou, mathematics educator and author of “Mathematical Adventures!” and “Peculiar Deaths of Famous Mathematicians”, to chat about Tycho Brahe! In this episode, we'll attempt to answer the following questions: What is the best animal to take as your plus one to parties? Should you choose the materials for your own rhinoplasty? What do either of these have to do with math? Connect with Ioanna at her website https://ioannageorgiou.com/ or on one of her social channels: IG: @yoayeo.maths Twitter/TikTok: @YoaYeo Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
- IIMar 14, 2023 · 37 min
26. Archimedes: The Tell-Tale Bath
Today's special guest, Ioanna Georgiou, mathematics educator and author of “Mathematical Adventures!” and “Peculiar Deaths of Famous Mathematicians”, and I chat about Archimedes! In this episode, we'll attempt to answer the following questions: What do solving a crime and streaking have in common? How can doodling in the sand lead to murder? What do either of these have to do with math? Connect with Ioanna at her website https://ioannageorgiou.com/ or on one of her social channels: IG: @yoayeo.maths Twitter/TikTok: @YoaYeo Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
- IIJun 15, 2021 · 11 min
Reflections
In this episode, Nathalie reflects on the past two years since the start of the podcast, including why she started the podcast and incorporating feedback from you! Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
- IIMay 31, 2021 · 35 min
25. Newton/Leibniz: Crime and Punishment
Today special guest, Ben Orlin from Math with Bad Drawings and I conclude our trilogy chat about Sir Isaac Newton and Gottfried Leibniz. In this episode, we'll attempt to answer a single question: Star Wars or Star Trek? Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
- IIMay 15, 2021 · 21 min
24. Newton/Leibniz: Great Expectations
Today special guest, Ben Orlin from Math with Bad Drawings and I continue the conversation about Sir Isaac Newton and Gottfried Leibniz. In this episode, we'll attempt to answer the following questions: What’s the best way to be a supportive parent? How can you write a personal statement that’s sure to get you into your dream college? What do either of these have to do with math? Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
- IIApr 30, 2021 · 29 min
23. The Strange Case of Sir Newton and Mr. Leibniz
Today special guest, Ben Orlin from Math with Bad Drawings and I chat about two famous feuding foes: Sir Isaac Newton and Gottfried Leibniz. In this episode, we'll attempt to answer the following questions: How can you ensure your cat gets fed? What’s the worst way to test a hypothesis? What do either of these have to do with math? Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
- IIApr 15, 2021 · 38 min
22. Emelie du Chatelet: True Colors
In this episode, we'll conclude our Emelie du Chatelet trilogy and attempt to answer the following questions: What's the best way to pull an all-nighter...over an entire month? What's the worst way to seek revenge on an enemy? What do either of these have to do with math? Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
- IIMar 31, 2021 · 22 min
21. Emelie du Chatelet: Girls Just Wanna Have Fun
In this episode, we'll continue our Emelie du Chatelet trilogy and attempt to answer the following questions: How can you find funds to pay for your next custom home remodel? How can you live in comfort even if you're always fleeing from the law? What do either of these have to do with math? Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
- IIMar 14, 2021 · 25 min
20. Emelie du Chatelet: Into the Nightlife
We're so excited to be back! To celebrate Women's History Month AND Pi day, we'll meet Emelie du Chatelet and attempt to answer the following questions: What are the best traits to list on your eHarmony profile? Would this podcast have survived in 1700's Paris? What do either of these have to do with math? Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
- IIJun 22, 2020 · 1 min
A Short Break (and an Announcement!)
We are a little off schedule due to COVID-19 but we'll be back as soon as we can. In the meantime, I have an announcement to make and also would like your help to shape the future of the podcast. Please keep in touch: email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com or connect on social media!
- IIJun 15, 2020 · 34 min
19. Here's Looking at Euclid
We close out our Euclid trilogy and say farewell to Dr. Anthony Carreras as we attempt to answer the following question: What is is? Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!
- IIMay 31, 2020 · 20 min
18. Euclid's Fairy Tales
We continue discussing Euclid with Dr. Anthony Carreras as we attempt to answer the following questions: How can you ensure your book never goes out of print? Do you always have to play by the rules of the game? What do either of these have to do with math? Let us know your thoughts. Follow us on Facebook or email us at podcast@infinitelyirrational.com. For math and the research behind the episode, visit our webpage at www.infinitelyirrational.com We look forward to hearing from you!